Mother's DayMother: the most beautiful word on the lips of mankind – Kahil Gibran
Mamá,
First off, let me just say - I know, I know. Your wandering son is actually remembering an important day for once instead of you having to dropping a million hints about it! Consider this an official miracle.
But in all seriousness, how could I ever forget to celebrate the most important mujer in my life on Mother's Day? The one who has loved me unconditionally through all my phases, missteps, and unplanned detours over the years. My eternally patient, fiercely loyal, and endlessly supportive madrecita.
I think about how you've always been the grounding force, the wisdom, the anchor that keeps our family's ship sailing true no matter how unruly the winds get sometimes. Whether it was navigating Papá's unpredictable work schedule, corralling Mateo and me as hyper little monsters, or pouring your heart into those incredible tamale dinners that brought us all together - you did it all with such boundless love and selflessness.
You showed me what it means to have an unbreakable spirit, a tireless work ethic, and faith in something bigger than yourself. And you did it all with such style and grace too! ¿Dónde crees que obtuve mi encanto y buen gusto después de todo? Definitely not from Papá's side, lo siento papi.
But most of all Mamá, thank you for always supporting me as I've stumbled along trying to find my way in this world, even when my constant moving around has made you loco at times. You've never judged my rambling soul, only lifted me up and led with so much patience, understanding and aceptación. You see something in me that I can't even see in myself sometimes.
I know I don't say it enough, but I love you with todo mi corazón. You are the warmth, the home base, the sanctuary I can come back to no matter how far I wander. And I wouldn't have it any other way.
Feliz Día de las Madres, mi luz más brillante. Thanks for walking this life's path alongside me.
Con amor eterno,
Tu hijo
Benji

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